Job Details

Wage Scale: $34.00 - $42.00 1 opening on 1st shift 2 openings on 2nd shift
Job Summary: The role of the CNC Machinist III is to use advanced machining techniques and processes to produce accurate and quality parts. This position has attained full proficiency as a CNC Machinist II and can successfully execute machining and programming strategies for multifaceted jobs with minimal technical assistance. This position acts as a mentor to less experienced CNC department personnel, sharing guidance and knowledge of machining procedures. The ability to organize multiple projects and apply high level critical thinking skills is crucial for success.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Independently perform the highest level of complex machining and programming activities in line with company capabilities
• Be sought out to provide training and/or solutions to less experienced machinists
• Design custom fixtures for production use
• Apply lathe concepts to machine parts more efficiently
• Apply basic true 5th axis machining concepts
• Assist in researching and evaluating new equipment and techniques for departmental enhancements
• Collaborate with Project Managers on project scope, time, and costs for quoting purposes
• Perform essential functions of Machinist II
• Other duties as assigned

• Proficient knowledge of 2D and 3D programming and multi axis (3+1 and/or 3+2 indexing) machining
• Advanced knowledge of Lathe concepts including live tooling and dual spindle operations
• Proficient knowledge of complex fixturing techniques
• Proficient knowledge of print reading, high tolerance machining and geometric dimensioning
• Proficient knowledge of shop mechanics, mathematics, and measurement
• Proficient knowledge of material properties
• Proficient knowledge of commonly used hand and power tools

• High School Diploma required
• 2-year Machining Degree preferred
• 5 years' experience with Sac EDM or 7+ years of relevant machining experience (programming, setup, and running equipment) in a related industry

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate computers, equipment, hand/power tools, etc. and handle and feel parts of various size
• Ability to bend, kneel and crouch occasionally throughout a shift
• Ability to push, pull or lift 50 lbs. moderately throughout a workday, occasionally 50+lbs with a team lift
• Ability to focus vision for: close vision, color vision, depth perception and adjusting to sharp focus